SEMA Sneak Peek - Part 1
SEMA Sneak Peek - Part 1
Get your first look at all-new 4WD parts slated for SEMA
Yes, it is getting to that time of year, SEMA is coming and we are getting excited. This is the time of year when gear-heads the world over start to get a nervous twitch. The anticipation that they will soon be inside the world’s greatest automotive candy store is just too much to withhold. Soon the bright lights of Las Vegas will be bypassed for the reflections of hundreds of thousands of bright shiny new automotive parts, pulling us in like zombies to the wounded call of fresh meat.
If you are like us, the shakes have already set in. Who’s going to be there? What new parts will be debuted? What crazy builds will be shown? Which tool is going to crash a project car in front of thousand on the driving courses? Can Gunny Ermey stand for another thousand hours shaking hands and signing autographs?
We don’t have all the answers for you, but we have used our insider’s resources to give you a sneak peek at what is to come. We know you need your SEMA fix, so with that we give you a small sampling of what’s coming to 2015 SEMA.
EASILY INCREASE SPACE UNDER TRUCK CAPS - Booth #: 34103
A.R.E. Accessories, will offer an innovative way to create an enclosed camping setup and increase the space under fiberglass truck caps. The TopperEZLift, distributed by A.R.E., is a functional and easy to operate topper lifting system that can raise and lower any A.R.E. fiberglass truck cap in just 30-seconds with the push of a button. Powered by the vehicle’s 12-volt battery and drawing just five to eight amps, the TopperEZLift adds 17.5-in of additional height and provides added space for comfortable camping and allows easy cargo access without removing the cap. Made in the U.S. and designed to fit all pickup makes and models, the system can raise up to 900 lb and allows the cap to seal firmly back down onto the truck bed upon lowering. Self-locking actuators secure the topper in place, raised or lowered, and the kit includes mounting brackets, hardware and a control box with all required wiring and cable ties. The TopperEZLift is available and can be installed nationwide through the extensive independent A.R.E. dealer network. Camper tent packages are available and sold separately to create an enclosed sleeping and storage area. The tent option is constructed of durable rip stop nylon fabric in a choice of outdoor patterns and solid colours and features Velcro attachments and two screened side windows.
ALL-NEW GEAR ALLOY WHEEL - Booth #: 62106
All-new for SEMA 2015, Gear Alloy introduces the 741MB Mechanic. The design represents Gear Alloy’s sheer unbridled aggression. The Mechanic along with all other Gear Alloy wheels is built to accommodate demanding off-road environments with a design aesthetic fit for the streets. This progressive wheel features eight spoke concave elements to enhance the appearance and performance of trucks and SUV’s. This wheel is available in 17x9, 18x9 and 20x9 inch diameters in gloss black with mirror machined accents and gloss black with CNC milled accents.
The 741MB Mechanic wheel along with a variety of other new Gear Alloy styles will be displayed at SEMA 2015 booth number 62106, SCORE Baja 1000. Specializing in off-road and lifted applications, Gear alloy Wheels are designed and based out of Southern California and exclusively distributed through ATD wheels. Please visit www.gearalloy.com to view all wheel styles and call toll free at 866.961.8668.
KLEIN ONBOARDAIR SYSTEMS - Booth #: 35137
Kleinn Air Horns’ announces its newest trio of easy-to-install, high performance all-in-one air systems. All OnboardAir Systems come plumbed with all required fittings and wired with a pressure switch that will turn the unit on and off at preset pressure. OnboardAir 130 features a 15% duty cycle air compressor sitting atop a 1.5-gallon air tank, producing 130 PSI. OnboardAir 150 contains a 50% duty cycle air compressor mounted to a two-gallon air tank, producing 150 PSI. Lastly, OnboardAir 150HD is their powerhouse all-in-one unit and uses a 100% duty cycle compressor mounted to a two-gallon air tank that’s outfitted with a tire inflator and quick coupling for multiple uses. Depending on your application, OnboardAir Systems are perfect to supply compressed air for virtually any mobile need. They’re also great when paired with any Kleinn air horn. For more information, please contact Kleinn Automotive Accessories, 2094 N Dragoon St., Tucson, AZ 85745 or visit online at www.kleinn.com.
NEW 2015 ROUSH F-150 FEATURES M/T METAL SERIES WHEELS
Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels has teamed up with ROUSH Performance to create the ROUSH Ford F-150. Available now, the new 2015 ROUSH F-150 features a set of incredible ROUSH-M/T Metal Series 20-in wheels and Mickey Thompson Baja ATZP3 all-terrain tires.
“Like Mickey Thompson, the ROUSH brand has always been synonymous with aggressive performance,” stated Ken Warner, Vice President of Marketing for Mickey Thompson. “Teaming up with ROUSH to design the new 20-inch co-branded ROUSH-M/T Metal Series wheels, then wrapping them with our popular Baja ATZP3’s for this impressive F-150 has been fantastic.”
The specially designed Baja ATZP3 combines Mickey Thompson’s T4 chip-resistant tread compound with PowerPly sidewall construction, beefy tread blocks and an extra-wide footprint to create a tough all-terrain tire that’s perfect for off-road use and also delivers a smooth ride on the street. The unique wheels feature an eight-spoke, matte black design with a milled lip and branded pop-top center cap.
“At ROUSH, we are always looking for strong vehicle program partners,” remarked Justin Schroeder, ROUSH F-150 Vehicle Line Director. “Mickey Thompson products reflect what the ROUSH brand is all about, and we are excited about how this F-150 looks and performs with this impressive tire and wheel package.”
The ROUSH F-150 includes a host of body components and graphics, a ROUSH side-exit exhaust system and a FOX 2.0 Performance Series suspension system as well as molded front and rear floor liners from WeatherTech. For details, visit www.roushperformance.com. For more information on Mickey Thompson tires and wheels, visit www.MickeyThompsonTires.com.